Richard Lapington
Remedy Entertainment
Richard is a seasoned game developer with a passion for crafting immersive audio experiences and engaging narratives. With over 18 years of experience in the industry, Richard has held various roles, from Sound Designer, Narrative Lead to their current position as Audio Director at Remedy Entertainment.
Having left his mark on acclaimed titles like ‘Alan Wake II’ and ‘Quantum Break’ showcasing his expertise in audio direction and narrative development through sound. Richard’s passion now lies in guiding audio teams through the challenges of AAA game development, fostering innovation and creativity in a constantly evolving landscape.
Richard Lapington is speaking at the following session/s
Open Mic 2024
In keeping with Develop Conference tradition, our panel of game audio experts limber up for an inclusive town hall style discussion with conference delegates about the current state-of-the-art of music, sound and dialogue for games and what the future holds for game audio business, technology and creativity.
Moderated by Soundcut's Adele Cutting.
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Audio Track Welcome & Introduction
This year’s Audio Track hosts, Adele Cutting and Matthew Florianz, welcome attendees and introduce the day’s audio programme.
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Alan Wake II: Staying in the Light on the Journey to Building an Audio Team & Achieving a Vision
Join Remedy Entertainment's Audio Director, Richard Lapington, and Senior Development Manager, Anika Neubert, as they explore the intricate interplay between audio vision, leadership, team dynamics, and meeting shipping deadlines. In this insightful session, they will dissect their approach to developing the BAFTA award winning audio of Alan Wake 2, offering valuable insights into the challenges and strategies involved in bringing the game's auditory experience to life.
Session Takeaway
- Creative Audio Vision: Gain insights into how we bring our audio vision to life for our development team.
- Collaborative Efforts: Discover how our collaboration between Audio and Production drives the unique needs of audio development.
- Innovative Team Building: Discover how we foster teamwork in the complex audio work environment.
- Effective Strategies: Learn about the strategies we've employed to overcome the distinctive challenges of the audio development cycle.
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